Bill > S05874

This bill amends the New York City Charter to require the Board of Standards and Appeals (BSA) and the City Planning Commission to provide more comprehensive notification about land use applications and appeals. Specifically, within five days of receiving an application for a variance, special permit, or zoning change, these agencies must send a copy of the document to the local city council member, state assembly member, state senator, and borough president whose districts or borough include the land in question. This notification applies to various scenarios, including initial applications, community board recommendations, appeal notices, and final decisions. The goal appears to be increasing transparency and ensuring that elected officials are promptly informed about potential land use changes in their jurisdictions. The bill will take effect 30 days after becoming law and will apply to all proposals and applications filed with the BSA and City Planning Commission on or after that date. These changes aim to improve local government communication and potentially give elected representatives earlier opportunities to review and potentially provide input on land use proposals.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5874